English / phrasal verb
Burst into
MEANING IN ENGLISH
To suddenly catch fire; to enter suddenly; or to spontaneously break out into an intense emotional state
In context
01
The damaged power transformer sparked and burst into flames near the temporary field hospital.
02
Relieved mothers burst into tears when the boat rescue team returned safely with their missing children.
Synonyms
ignite,erupt into,break into
Antonyms
extinguish,calm down,subside
Collocations
burst into flames,burst into tears,burst into laughter